Like the idea of a Bluetooth speaker but don't want to break the bank? Our round-up of the best budget Bluetooth speakers boasts five options, from £50 to £200...
There's something for everyone, including a couple of smart speakers with voice control, rugged options to take on your travels and a more refined offering more suited to home use. Whether you want full-on portability or have multi-room on your mind this list has a Bluetooth speaker for all situations.
The Amazon Echo Dot isn't just a dinky Bluetooth speaker, it's an affordable voice assistant too. It isn't the last word in audio quality, but if you're looking to add Alexa voice control to your system, the Dot is a no-brainer.
Think of the Amazon Echo Dot as a starter and the Echo 2 as your main course. The Dot's cylindrical sibling is an attractive speaker that produces a bigger sound and has Alexa voice control built-in.
SPECIFICATIONS
Alexa voice control | 6x finishes | Bluetooth and wi-fi
Ultimate Ears has a knack for producing portable Bluetooth speakers with just the right combination of sound, design and features. The Blast is another model you can add to that list.
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth | Alexa voice control | 12hr battery life
A mature and refined-sounding Bluetooth speaker with multi-room credentials and a classy design. If you want a wireless speaker for a second or third room, the T5 definitely deserves an audition.
